Depression can happen to anyone. In our fast-paced, often overwhelming modern way of living, it’s rather common to feel a loss of pleasure or interest in activities you once enjoyed. Experts believe that more than 20% of Americans have been diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives. Dozens, if not hundreds, of medications can be used to treat depression, but often at the cost of several side effects. And you guessed it — that’s where marijuana comes in. Thanks to the recent shift in public perception, cannabis has entered the spotlight of medical research. While studies ar ..read more

  Arthritis isn’t a singular disease. Instead, the term refers to many different conditions and diseases that cause joint inflammation. Although it’s more common in older adults, it affects people of all ages. Nearly one in four U.S. adults has arthritis, and it’s one of the leading causes of disability. There are more than 100 types of arthritis. Among the most common are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis, and gout. Symptoms range from mild to severe and often include joint swelling, stiffness, pain, and limited range of motion. For many, symptoms worsen ove ..read more

  In eligible states, residents may qualify for a medical marijuana card, or MMJ, allowing them to lawfully obtain, possess, and consume the drug with a doctor’s recommendation. But can you get a medical card for anxiety in Florida? Nearly one-third of adults experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Many medications for anxiety are ineffective, take several weeks to start working, or have unpleasant side- effects. But as more states legalize medical marijuana, people with anxiety are turning to medical cannabis as an alternative method for treating their symptoms. For ..read more

Photo by Cottonbro Studio   One of the benefits of the current cannabis revolution is a new holistic approach to medicine. Consuming live plants as part of your healing or treatment plan can be enticing for those more interested in homeopathic remedies. The only issue is that plant matter can go bad. What happens when weed gets moldy? The shelf-life of traditional pharmaceuticals can be months to years. However, plants like cannabis can develop mold, especially if it’s not sufficiently treated or dried properly. The curing process of cannabis flower can help but it’s not meant to last fo ..read more

  With a state-issued medical card, you can legally obtain medical marijuana to help improve your ALS symptoms. Whether you’re a permanent or seasonal resident, you may wonder, “Can you get a medical card for ALS in Florida?” Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive nervous system disease that affects the nerve cells that make muscles work, weakening them and reducing their functionality. Patients with ALS typically have difficulty talking, swallowing, and moving. In recent years, there’s been a growing interest in finding more innovative and safer therapeutic approaches for ..read more

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio More than one billion people across the globe suffer from migraine, making it one of the most common health conditions and neurological diseases in the world. Migraine headaches — ranging from acute to severe throbbing pain — typically happen without warning and often come with nausea, confusion, blurred vision, mood changes, fatigue, and increased sensitivity to light, sound, or noise. If you’re experiencing migraines, you may choose to forego prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications and treat them with medical marijuana, as it may significantly improve ..read more

Photo by Harrison Faux The state of Oregon legalized medical marijuana in 1998. Almost thirty years earlier, the state had become the first in the country to decriminalize the possession of marijuana when voters approved a measure that had marijuana possession relisted as a minor traffic offense. In 2014, Oregon voters made recreational marijuana legal, which included legalizing growing and selling marijuana in the state. Oregon has always been at the forefront of cannabis rights in the United States, but can you get a medical card for ADHD in Oregon? If you or a loved one lives with ADHD and ..read more

Photo by Pavel Danilyuk Cannabis is quickly becoming a major part of the medical industry offering a homeopathic alternative for pain management, sleep aids, and orexigenics (appetite stimulants). Recreational legalization is making cannabis as common as alcohol. Sure, they both get you high, but how similar are they? While in the past people may have used alcohol as a pain reliever or to clean instruments it’s often considered, medically, more harmful than helpful. How bad is alcohol compared to weed? What are the negative impacts of cannabis and alcohol use? Which one is better to use? Alco ..read more

Photo by Amaury Michaux In 2018, Oklahoma joined the ranks of states legalizing the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes. Just one month after the law was passed, the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority started accepting applications for their medical marijuana card. Unlike many other states, Oklahoma doesn’t have a strictly defined list of qualifying conditions. Instead, it’s up to the best judgment of a physician to sign off on marijuana cards for their patients. So can you get a medical card for ADHD in Oklahoma? The short answer is yes. Under Oklahoma law, attention deficit hyperactiv ..read more

Photo by Mohan Reddy Can you get a medical card for ADHD in Ohio in 2024? The state of Ohio legalized cannabis for medical use in 2016 thanks to Ohio House Bill 523, but what does that law have to say about ADHD? If you live in Ohio, have ADHD, and have been considering trying to get a medical card to help you treat your symptoms, there are a few things you should know first. This article has all of the information you’ve been looking for, including a list of diseases that qualify for a medical marijuana card in Ohio, so keep reading. Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana in Ohio Ohio H ..read more